: a crested bright blue North American jay (Cyanocitta cristata)
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The squalling of a blue jay wakes me.—
Ralph Tuttle,
Outdoor Life,
25 June 2026 But many bird species — like doves, blue jays, mockingbirds — spend much of their early life on the ground while learning to fly.—
Yvette Orozco,
Houston Chronicle,
3 May 2026 Shoppers have reported seeing a variety of bird species with the help of this feeder, including goldfinches, cardinals, blue jays, and more.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026 Big Jay is a blue jay/sparrow hybrid created.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blue jay